Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)
About This Grant
To provided States and local communities, working through a network of community action agencies and other neighborhood-based organizations for the reduction of poverty, the revitalization of low-income communities, and the empowerment of low-income families and individuals in rural and urban areas to become fully self-sufficient.
Grant Summary
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) is a Administration for Children and Families grant providing up to $66.6M. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- For New York State to receive this funding, under the designation of the lead agency (Department of State) a CSBG State Plan is submitted on behalf of the Secretary of State (by the designated Director for the Division of Community Services), hold at least one public hearing for the period of the Plan, to provide an opportunity to comment on the proposed use of funds covered by the Plan, and hold at least one legislative hearing every 3 years in conjunction with the development of the Plan. The Plan must provide assurances (from the State) that funds, made available through the grant, support activities designed to assist low-income families and individuals.
How to Apply
Up to $66.6M
Rolling / Open
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) from Administration for Children and Families, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Administration for Children and Families before the deadline.
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Community Services Block Grant (CSBG): Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)?
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) is offered by Administration for Children and Families and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is available in NY_WORKFORCE. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) provide?
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) provides up to $66.6M per award from Administration for Children and Families. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) deadline?
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, Administration for Children and Families, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.
How do you apply for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)?
To apply for Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Administration for Children and Families.